US Bridges

FAS 3005 over Little Blue River

Good

Jefferson County, Nebraska · Sjct N8/N15 1.9S 3.9E · Structure no. C004802910P

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
343 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
450
2011 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 3005 over Little Blue River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying FAS 3005 over Little Blue River in Jefferson County, Nebraska. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger than the Nebraska average of 47.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 450 vehicles a day, projected to reach 608 by 2033. The structure is 343 ft (104.5 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 km).

CarriesFAS 3005
CrossesLittle Blue River
LocationSjct N8/N15 1.9S 3.9E
RouteCounty Highway 3005
Coordinates40.0755, -97.0983
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.1 US tons
Inventory rating39.7 US tons

Structure

MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length343 ft (104.5 m)
Longest span130 ft (39.6 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.3 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic450 (2011)
Projected traffic608 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.3 mi (60 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 3005 over Little Blue River built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 3005 over Little Blue River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in October 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 3005 over Little Blue River carry?

About 450 vehicles per day (2011 count).

How long is FAS 3005 over Little Blue River?

The structure is 343 ft (104.5 m) long with a longest span of 130 ft (39.6 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns FAS 3005 over Little Blue River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.